Harlow And District Sports Trust
Also known as: Harlow Sportcentre
Harlow Leisurezone, the new centre with both wet & dry facilities opened on the 23rd June 2010 at the Harlow College Site.Facilities include Swimming & Learner pools, Fitness Gym & Studios, Sports Hall, Squash Courts Trampolining Park, Climbing, all day nursery & catering facilities.
Activities & Mission
Harlow Leisurezone, the new centre with both wet & dry facilities opened on the 23rd June 2010 at the Harlow College Site.Facilities include Swimming & Learner pools, Fitness Gym & Studios, Sports Hall, Squash Courts Trampolining Park, Climbing, all day nursery & catering facilities.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 41% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 787). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 88% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £6,307,243 | £5,557,071 | £5,557,071 | £16,605,558 | £5,229,008 | 44 / 0 |
| 2024 | £5,892,353 | £4,778,581 | £4,778,581 | £15,272,386 | £4,861,359 | 44 / 0 |
| 2023 | £5,156,581 | £4,413,100 | £4,413,100 | £13,505,614 | £3,706,581 | 48 / 0 |
| 2022 | £4,650,355 | £4,073,294 | £4,073,294 | £10,883,133 | £1,488,577 | 46 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,030,337 | £2,332,650 | £2,332,650 | £9,618,072 | £486,272 | 46 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Harlow And District Sports Trust
What does Harlow And District Sports Trust do?
Harlow Leisurezone, the new centre with both wet & dry facilities opened on the 23rd June 2010 at the Harlow College Site.Facilities include Swimming & Learner pools, Fitness Gym & Studios, Sports Hall, Squash Courts Trampolining Park, Climbing, all day nursery & catering facilities.
How much income did Harlow And District Sports Trust report in 2025?
Harlow And District Sports Trust reported total income of £6.31m and reported expenditure of £5.56m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Harlow And District Sports Trust?
Harlow And District Sports Trust has a program ratio of 88.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 41% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 787 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Harlow And District Sports Trust registered as a charity?
Harlow And District Sports Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 October 1963 as charity number 301328. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs Harlow And District Sports Trust?
Harlow And District Sports Trust is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is PATRICK ANDREW HAY MA DMS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Harlow And District Sports Trust operate?
Harlow And District Sports Trust operates across 2 areas: Essex and Hertfordshire.
Is Harlow And District Sports Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Harlow And District Sports Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 301328.
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- 14 May 2026
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